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Caring for a Multi-Trunk Norfolk Island Pine: Pruning, Repotting, and Humidity

Norfolk Island Pine Care

Multiple trunks: Prune to one central leader; root competition harms the plant. Don't trim the tip.

Repotting: Use homemade mix: equal parts humus/compost, coarse sand, perlite + ½ part composted manure. Avoid moisture-retention granules. Pot up 1–2 sizes larger.

Humidity: Set pot on pebble tray with water, or group with other plants. Aim for 40–50% humidity. Bright light, rotate every few days.

Watering: Water thoroughly when top 2 inches dry. Remove marbles from pot bottom (roots hate abrupt media changes).

Fertilizer: Feed older plants every 3–4 months, new/repotted every 4–6 months. Use kelp/molasses/willow tea recipe.

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